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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Port Angeles, Washington
June '.15, 2010
CALL TO ORDER- Mayor Di Guilio called the regular meeting of the Port Angeles City Council to
REGULAR MEETING: order at 6:00 p,ni.
ROLL CALL:
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE:
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Members Present: Mayor Di Guilio, Deputy Mayor Perry, Councilmembers
Collins, Downie, Kidd, Mania, and Nelson.
Members Absent: None.
Staff Present.
Manager Myers, Attorney Bloor, Clerk Hurd, G. Cutler,
T. Gallagher, D. McKeen, N. West, Y. Ziomkowski, C.
Delikat, R. Bonine, D. Bellamente, J. Breitbach, and M.
Puntenney,
Councilmember Kidd led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag,
CEREMONIAL 1. "Pink Up Port. Angeles" Week.
MATTERS/
PROCLAMATIONS/ Mayor Di Guilio presented a proclamation in recognition of "Pink Up Port Angeles
& EMPLOYEE Week ", June 19 -26, 2010, to Lori Oakes and. Joanie Oakes, representatives from.
RECOGNITIONS: Soroptimist International of Port Angeles. Lori Oakes and Joanie Oakes provided
information on the upcoming activities for the week,
2. Employee Recognition
Public Works and Utilities Director Cutler recognized Corey Delikat, Parks &
Streets Superintendent, for acquiring his Bachelors of Arts degree from Peninsula
College. Manager Myers stated the City had nominated Superintendent Delikat to
participate in the Peak. Leadership Program.
Steve Trubow, 55 Seagull Drive, spoke against the current policy regarding Port
Angeles HarborWorks, urging Council to take back control. He stated he believed.
the Port Angeles Downtown was in crisis.
Vicki Rudin, 1002 Strait View Drive, spoke regarding upcoming events at the Port
Angeles Fine Arts Center.
Dennis Duncan, 312 E. 10 Street, spoke regarding his belief that the City is dying
and in trouble and asked Council to look forward for solutions.
Mayor Di Guilio stated the Council is concerned about the current economic
environment and is committed to develop Port Angeles for the long term.
Norma Turner, 3928 Mt. Angeles Road, spoke regarding her opposition to various
expenditures at Port Angeles HarborWorks, including the legal bills and Executive
Director's salary increase.
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CITY COUNCIL Councilmember Nelson spoke regarding her attendance at the Public Works
REPORTS: facilities tour and the Future Builders 10 house celebration.
Councilmember Mania spoke regarding his attendance at the Public Works facilities
tour, UAC meeting, Shoreline Master Plan and Harbor Resource Management Plan
public meeting, and the Olympic Environmental Council meeting. He reminded
everyone that tomorrow is the start of the Wednesday Farmers' market.
Councilmember Downie spoke regarding his attendance at the William Shore
Memorial Pool District meeting, the Regional Transportation meeting in Port
Townsend, and the Saturday Farmers' market Council table.
Deputy Mayor Perry spoke regarding his attendance at the Real Estate Committee
meeting, Parks and Recreation meeting, and the success of the North Olympic
Discovery Marathon.
Councilmember Collins spoke regarding his attendance at the Feiro Marine Life
Center retreat and fundraiser, and the Parks and Oversight Committee meeting.
Councilmember Kidd spoke regarding her attendance at the Shoreline Master Plan
and Harbor Resource Management Plan public meeting and the Saturday Farmers'
market Council table.
Mayor Di Guilio spoke regarding his attendance at the opening ceremonies for the
Relay for the Cure and the Olympic Regional Clean Air Agency meeting.
WORK SESSION: - 1. HarborWorks Development Authority Update
Port Angeles I-larborWorks Development Authority Board member Jim Hallett, and
Executive Director Jeff Lincoln, provided an update of the current negotiations with
Rayonier for acquiring the property. They also discussed the history of the project
and some of the current issues. Council discussion followed.
2. Off Leash Dog Park
Deputy Director of Recreation Bonine presented information regarding the possible
creation of an off leash dog park. He introduced Bill Roberds and Steve Zenovic,
representatives from both. Rotary Clubs in Port. Angeles. Bill Roberds conducted a
presentation regarding the construction of an off leash dog park by the Port Angeles
Rotary clubs in Lincoln. Park. He stated they would construct the facility if the City
would agree to maintain it or find a sponsor to maintain the park. Following
discussion, Council agreed by consensus to approve Lincoln. Park as a site for an off
leash dog park and authorize staff to move forward with researching the project.
3, Jon Schallert Seminar
Barb Frederick, Executive Director of the Port Angeles Downtown Association, .
provided an update regarding the success of the Jon Schallert Seminar. She stated
there would be a follow up webinar coming soon, for the attendees and others.
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Break
CONSENT AGENDA:
PUBLIC HEARINGS -
OTHER:
Ordinance No. 3401
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Mayor Di Guilio recessed the meeting for a break at 7:40 p.m. The meeting
reconvened at 7 :55 p.m.
Council agreed by consensus to add the first reading of the Adoption of
International Building Codes 2009 Ordinance Amendment, Revision of Functional
Consolidation of Volunteer Programs with Clallam. County Fire District #2, and
Second Amendment to Friendship Diversion Contract to the Consent Agenda.
Councilmember Collins requested a point of information regarding the Expenditure
Approval List. Mayor Di Guilio pulled the Expenditure Approval List from the
Consent Agenda.
It was moved by Mania and seconded by Downie to approve the Consent
Agenda to include: 1.) Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block. Grant Capital
Agreement; 2.) Adoption of International Building Codes 2009 Ordinance
Amendment, first reading; 3.) Revision of Functional. Consolidation of Volunteer
Programs with Clallam County .Fire District #2; and 4.) Second Amendment to
Friendship Diversion Contract. Motion carried 7 -0.
1. Comprehensive Plan. Amendment — CPA 10-01 National Park Service —
Extension of Sewer Service Outside of WUGA.
Community and Economic Director West provided information regarding the
Comprehensive Plan Amendment, stating there was a representative from the
National Park Service here to answer any questions.
Mayor Di Guilio opened the public hearing at 7:57 p.m. There being no public
testimony, the public hearing was closed at 7:57 p.m.
Councilmember Collins expressed concern regarding the City setting a precedent
by providing sewer service outside the Western Urban Growth Area. Director West
responded by stating that it was not the intention of the City to encourage urban .
growth outside the Urban Growth Area. Councilmember Nelson stated she hoped
that there had been outreach to the other property owners that will be affected by
the dam removals, other than the Lower Elwha Klallam. Tribe, even if the extension
of the sewer service will not be offered to them. Director West responded that the
39 property owners and the Lower Elwha Klallam. Tribe were both covered by the
amendment to extend sewer service outside of the Western Urban Growth. Area.
Mayor Di Guilio conducted a second reading of the ordinance by title, entitled,
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ORDINANCE NO. 3401
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington adopting
amendments to the Comprehensive Plan.
It was moved by Perry and seconded by Nelson to:
Adopt the ordinance as read by title, citing Findings 1 -13, and Conclusions 1 -3.
Motion carried 7 -0.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS- 2. 2010 -201 Capital Facilities Plan (CFP) I Transportation Improvement •
OTHER: Program (TIP)
(Cont'd)
CONSENT AGENDA:
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Director Cutler presented information regarding the Capital Facilities Plan and
Transportation Improvement Program, including insertions, deletions, and priority
changes. Following Council discussion,
Mayor Di Guilio continued the public hearing at 8:22 p.m.
Randall McCoy, 1 E. 1 Street, spoke in favor of the Dry Creek. Bridge and
expressed his concern regarding the plans for painting bike lanes after overlay
projects are complete. He asked that Council consider funding for bike lanes and
bikers safety in our community.
Norma. Turner, 3958 Mt. Angeles Road, spoke regarding her opposition to a
number of projects included in the Capital Facilities Plan, and applauded Council
for the consideration of soliciting comments from the public through utility bills.
Mayor Di Guilio closed the public hearing at 8:30 p.rn. Following Council
discussion, Mayor Di Guilio read the Resolution by title, entitled,
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles,
Washington, adopting the Capital Facilities Plan and Transportation
Improvement Program for 2010 -2016.
Following Council discussion,
RESOLUTION NO.
It was moved by Kidd and seconded by Mania to:
Continue discussion on the 2010-2016 Capital Facilities Plan and Transportation
Improvement Program at the July 6, 2010 City Council meeting.
Motion carried 6 -1, with Perry voting in opposition.
1. Expenditure Approval List from 5122110 to 6 /411 for $2,967,067.08.
Councilmember Collins inquired as to why the vehicle purchases noted on page
F14 were not made locally, Director Cutler responded that no local dealers were
interested in this bid.
It was moved by Collins and seconded by Mania to:
Approve the Expenditure Approval. List from 5/22/10 to 6/4110 for $2,967,067.08.
Motion carried 7 -0.
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ORDINANCES NOT 1. For -Hire Vehicle Ordinance Amendment
REQUIRING PUBLIC
HEARINGS:
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Clerk Hurd presented information regarding the ordinance amendment and asked.
Ordinance No. 3402 Council to conduct a second reading and consider adoption of the amendment.
Mayor Di Guilin conducted a second reading of the ordinance by title, entitled,
ORDINANCE NO. 3402
Ordinance No. 3403
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, revising
Chapter 5.36 of the Port Angeles municipal. Code relating to For -Hire
Vehicles.
It was moved by Perry and seconded by Downie to:
Adopt the Ordinance as read by title.
Motion carried 7 -0.
2. Police Department Fees Ordinance Amendment
Police Chief Gallagher asked that Council conduct a second reading of the
proposed ordinance amendment and consider adoption of the amendment.
Mayor Di Guilio conducted a second reading of the ordinance by title, entitled,
ORDINANCE NO. 3403
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port Angeles, Washington, revising
Chapter 3.70,120 of the Port Angeles Municipal. Code relating to
Police Department Fees.
It was moved by Downie and seconded by Mania to:
Adopt the Ordinance as read by title.
Motion carried 7 -0.
3. Public Records Inspection Ordinance Amendment
Attorney Bloor provided information regarding the ordinance amendment, stating
the amendment implemented an additional response procedure recently passed by
the State Legislature. Following council discussion,
Mayor Di Guilio conducted a first reading of the ordinance by title, entitled,
AN ORDINANCE of the City of Port . Angeles, Washington, amending
Chapter 2.74 of the Port. Angeles MVlunicipai. Code relating to
inspection of public records.
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ORDINANCE NO.
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WORK SESSION:
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4. 2011 Budget Process
Director Ziomkowski provided information regarding the 2011 . Budget Process,
including the concept of budgeting for priorities, and the possibility of soliciting
public input through a survey process. Following discussion, Council agreed by
consensus to move forward with developing a survey to be sent out with City utility
bills.
RESOLUTIONS NOT 1. City Council Meeting Minutes
REQUIRING PUBLIC
HEARINGS: Clerk Hurd presented information regarding the success of the new City Council
meeting recording software and asked that Council consider the attached resolution.
Resolution No. 11-10 Councilmember Collins asked that the resolution be amended to include summary
statements clarifying the intent of the body, when given, to Section 1 F and 2G.
Following Council discussion,
PUBLIC HEARINGS — None.
QUASI - JUDICIAL:
FINANCE: None.
INFORMATION:
Mayor Di Guilio read the resolution by title, entitled,
RESOLUTION NO. 11 -10
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Port Angeles,
Washington, establishing a policy for the format of the City Council
Meeting Minutes.
It was moved by Collins and seconded by Downie to:
Pass the Resolution as read by title, including the addition of a summary statement
clarifying the intent of the body, when given, to section IF and 2G.
Councilmember Kidd spoke against the motion, stating she was opposed to the
resolution because it decreased transparency to the public.
Councilmember Mania spoke against the motion, stating he was opposed to the
resolution because there are too many people in the public that lack computer
knowledge and technology that would allow them to access the audio recordings.
Motion carried 5 -2, with Kidd and Mania voting in opposition.
Manager Myers discussed the AWC Conference next week, Economic
Development. Council meeting on alternative energy, PA Forward meeting
regarding the funding for the winter opening of the Hurricane Ridge Road, the
recent City Manager's Coffee with Councilmember Nelson, and the work session
schedule for June 29, 2010.
Council agreed by consensus to start the work session on June 29, 2010 at 5 p.m.
Mayor Di Guilio stated the City Council meeting dress code would not require ties
to be worn by Councilmetnbers, from today through. Labor Day.
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LATE ITEMS TO BE
PLACED ON THIS OR
FUTURE AGENDAS:
Break: Mayor Di Guilio recessed the meeting for a break at 9:30 p.m. The meeting
reconvened at 9:35 p.m.
ADJOURN TO
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
RETURN TO OPEN
SESSION:
Councilmember Nelson requested adding a discussion regarding Councilmembers
receiving paper copies of all PowerPoint presentations to a future agenda.
Council adjourned to Executive Session for approximately 20 minutes under the
authority of RCW 42.30.110(1)(b), acquisition of real estate, and. RCW
42.30.1.1+0(1)(i) discuss potential litigation with legal counsel. The Executive
Session convened at 9:35 p.m.
The Executive Session concluded at 9:55 p.m., and the Council convened in regular
open session. No action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 9:55 p.m.
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Date: June 15. 2010
Expected length of session: 20 minutes
Is action expected following the session: No
Reason for Executive Session:
EXECUTIVE SESSION
At the start of Executive Session, remind participants that:
• Only announced topics may be discussed
• No final action can be taken in Executive Session
• Discussions are confidential
To consider matters affecting national security.
X To consider the selection of a site or the acquisition of real estate by lease or purchase when
public knowledge regarding such consideration would cause a likelihood of increased price.
To consider the minimum price at which real estate will be offered for sale or lease when
public knowledge regarding such consideration would cause a likelihood of decreased price.
However, final action selling or leasing public property shall be taken in a meeting open to the
public.
To review negotiations on the performance of public bid contracts when public knowledge
regarding such consideration would cause a likelihood of increased costs.
To consider, in the case of an export trading company, financial and commercial information
supplied by private persons to the export trading company.
To receive and evaluate complaints or charges brought against a public officer or employee.
However, upon the request of such officer or employee, a public hearing or a meeting open to the
public shall be conducted upon such complaint or charge.
To evaluate the qualifications of an applicant for public employment or to review the
performance of a public employee. However, subject to RCW 42.30.140(4), discussion by a
governing body of salaries, wages, and other conditions of employment to be generally applied
within the agency shall occur in a meeting open to the public, and when a governing body elects to
take final action hiring, setting the salary of an individual employee or class of employees, or
discharging or disciplining an employee, that action shall be taken in a meeting open to the public.
To evaluate the qualifications ofa candidate for appointment to elective office. However,
any interview of such candidate and final action appointing a candidate to elective office shall be
in a meeting open to the public.
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X To discuss with legal counsel representing the agency 'natters relating to agency enforcement
actions, or to discuss with legal counsel representing the agency litigation or potential litigation to
which the agency, the governing body, or a member acting in an official capacity is, or is likely to
become, a party, when public knowledge regarding the discussion is likely to result in an adverse
legal or financial consequence to the agency.
Closed session under RCW 42.30.140:
To discuss proceedings concerned with the formal issuance of an order granting, suspending,
revoking, or denying any license, permit, or certificate to engage in any business, occupation, or
profession, or to receive a license for a sports activity or to operate any mechanical device or motor
vehicle where a license or registration is necessary; or
Meeting of a quasi - judicial body relating to a quasi - judicial matter between named parties
as distinguished from a matter having general effect on the public or on a class or group.
Collective bargaining session with employee organization, including contract negotiations,
grievance meetings, and discussions relating to the interpretation or application of a labor agreement
or a portion of a meeting which the governing body is planning or adopting the strategy or position .
to be taken by the governing body during the course of any collective bargaining, professional
negotiations, or grievance or mediation proceeding, or reviewing the proposals made in the
negotiations or proceedings while in progress.
Time session began: 9:35 n.rm.
Was session extended .
by announcement:
If so, when:
Matters governed by chapter 34.05 RCW, the Administrative Procedure Act.
Time session ended: 9:55 n.m.
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In attendance:
All Councilmembers. Manager Myers.
Attorney Bloor. G. Cutler. and N. West.
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